Roman Republic

Which geographic features helped Rome trade?

• roads and bridges
• the Mediterranean Sea
• the Tiber River
• All are correct

In a republic, citizens ___________  leaders to represent them.

• kill
• elect
• unite

Which citizens were members of the Patrician class?

• Plebeians who got rich

• Consuls

• Wealthy land owners

• Merchants

In times of crisis, a dictator would be appointed for 

• six weeks
• two months
• six months
• for life

Rome fought against ______________ in the Punic Wars.

• Gaul
• Sicily
• Carthage
• Spain

Why were the Punic Wars fought?

• Both cities wanted to control the government.
• Both cities wanted to control the Mediterranean trade routes.
• Both cities wanted to ride elephants into battle.

What was the result of the Punic Wars?

• Rome won two and Carthage won one.

• Hannibal almost defeated the Romans.

• Rome gained control of land around the Mediterranean Sea.

• Rome lost control of the Mediterranean shipping routes.

What action did Caesar take that ultimately ended the Roman Republic?

• He had the Senate declare him dictator for life.
• He refused to listen to the Senate and crossed the Rubicon with his troops.
• Senators were jealous of his popularity and power.

Rome is situated along which river?

• Tiber
• Rubicon
• Adige
• Po

________are 2 officials elected by the senators who serve for 1-year terms. 

• Consuls
• Senate
• Tribunes
• Dictators